STIs/ Vaginal Discharge Flashcards
1
Q
What are some causes of infective vaginitis?
A
Bacterial vaginosis, candida, trichomonas
2
Q
At what are should neonatal vaginal discharge have ceased by?
A
3 months
3
Q
What are common causes of vaginal discharge in the elderly?
A
Infective vaginitis, atrophic vaginitis, foreign bodies, poor hygiene, neoplasia
4
Q
What factors predispose to vaginal candidiasis
A
Diabetes Mellitus AIDs Pregnancy Debilitating diseases OCP use Antibiotics Immunosuppressants Carbohydrate rich diet Orogenital/ anogenital sex IUD Tight fitting jeans Nylon underwear Wet bathing suit
5
Q
What makes up normal physiological vaginal discharge?
A
Cervical mucus ( from cervical glands)
Vaginal secretions (translate through vaginal mucosa)
Vaginal squamous epithelial cells (desquamation)
Cervical columnar epithelial cells
Resident commensal bacteria (predominantly lactobacilli)
6
Q
True or false: the male sexual partner should also be treated for trichomonas?
A
True
